Auto General Service Technician

Icahn Automotive Group•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The General Service Technician performs basic automotive services, including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, and vehicle inspections, while delivering an excellent customer experience. The technician maintains clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department and may advise customers about recommended or required automotive services and repairs. The role also includes learning to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems and keeping up with changing automotive technology through formal training.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Passion for a career as a technician in the automotive industry.
Eagerness to learn and a competitive drive to succeed.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent lifting of heavy equipment weighing more than 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical systems.
Attend formal training sessions to learn new technical information and techniques and stay current with changing automotive technology.
Change engine oil and filters.
Install tires and perform tire maintenance.
Install batteries and check starting and charging systems.
Install headlights and other small bulbs.
Repair flat tires.
Install wiper blades.
Stock and unload tires.
Assist fellow technicians and mechanics with technical activities.
Keep store management informed of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
Clean and maintain an organized, neat shop.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety and environmental rules.
Provide customers with advice about automotive services and repairs that are recommended or required for their vehicles.